Wish Stories
We grant 5 types of wishes
I wish to be
Children often imagine stepping into someone else’s shoes—becoming a wildlife expert, a performer on stage, a scientist in a lab, or even a pilot soaring through the skies. These wishes let them experience a role they admire, giving them a sense of hope for the future and pride in who they can become.
I wish to meet
Meeting someone they look up to can be incredibly powerful. Whether it’s a sports star, a musician, a writer, or someone who’s made a difference in their community, these encounters can inspire children and make them feel that their dreams are within reach.
I wish to have
Some wishes are about receiving something special — an item that brings joy, comfort, or creativity. It could be a musical instrument, a set of books, a cosy space to relax, or something they’ve long hoped for. These gifts often become treasured parts of their lives.
I wish to go
For some children, a wish is a doorway to adventure. They might dream of exploring a new city, feeling the ocean breeze on a quiet beach, hiking through mountain trails, or experiencing the excitement of a live event. Whether it’s a journey to nature, culture, or celebration, these wishes offer a chance to discover the world beyond their everyday surroundings.
I wish to give
In a beautiful act of kindness, some children choose to use their wish to help others. They might want to support a local cause, donate to a hospital, or create something that brings joy to their community. These wishes reflect a deep sense of empathy and the desire to make a positive impact.
I wish to go sightseeing in London
Five-year-old Oliver from the UK, lives with a degenerative muscle condition. Whilst he’s able to walk short distances now, his condition will likely see him unable to as he grows older. That’s why his wish to go sightseeing in London is so important: he can enjoy seeing all that London has to offer before his condition takes its toll on his body.
I wish to have a 16th Birthday party
16-year-old Sara from Brazil was born with congenital myopathy, a rare disease that affects the muscles, causing progressive and degenerative atrophy. From the outset, her life has been marked by both challenges and achievements. Despite her physical limitations, Sara’s cognitive abilities are impeccable. Her mind is agile, curious and she absorbs the world around her with a unique sensitivity.
I wish to have a telescope
Nine-year-old Vedant from India is undergoing treatment for Hodgkin lymphoma, which has meant long hospital stays and missing school. Vedant wants to be a scientist when he grows up so he was particularly missing his science class.
I wish to go to the beach and feel the sand
Having not been to the beach since he was 2 years old, Javier’s wish was to feel the sand and swim in the sea once again. Javier and his family had breakfast at the seafront before taking in the sights and sounds before Javier put on his swimsuit, and ran to experience the ocean and sand up close.
I wish to go to Iceland
Saga’s life has been met with many challenges due to a cerebral hemorrhage she suffered 3 years ago, which left her in critical condition. During her recovery she used a wheelchair but longed for a life of freedom and adventure. So when we asked what the 12-year-old girl wanted, she told us that she wished to travel to Iceland and go horse riding!
I wish to save kittens
11-year-old Eidys from Panama is living with Noonan syndrome, a rare genetic condition. Eidys loves kittens, and her passion for felines was demonstrated in her noble wish to help stray kittens!
I wish to drive a steam train
Five-year-old Jasper from New Zealand was diagnosed with leukaemia in 2023. He had to stay in hospital for nearly five months. The once energetic little boy had become exhausted from treatments and couldn’t play with his brother.
I wish to be an army officer
Samuel is a 12-year-old boy who was diagnosed with bone cancer. His greatest wish was to become an officer in the Colombian army. Samuel had a day full of joy and meaning as he got to don his own military uniform, meet some of the troops and get to witness various drills and training exercises up close.
I wish to have an adventure with animals
Six-year-old Cassandra is a bright girl that doesn’t let her cystic fibrosis get her down! She is interested in everything to do with animals and wants to become a veterinarian when she grows up. So she knew exactly what she wanted her wish to be and that was to have an adventure with animals!